Weather & Climate in Plain Dealing, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Plain Dealing enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47. 57% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 264 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 264 ft (80 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 539/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9070°N, 93.6992°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Bossier Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Shreveport Regional (SHV) 33 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 47.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 57.4% |
| Unhealthy Days | 3 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 82.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 41.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 35.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
38 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| May 17, 2012 | 3 km NE of Timpson, Texas | M4.8 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.3 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.2 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 2013 | 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M4.1 | 131 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 2012 | 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas | M3.9 | 127 km | 7 km |
| Jan 27, 2024 | 4 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M3.6 | 92 km | 9 km |
| Jan 18, 2025 | 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.5 | 35 km | 5 km |
| Mar 16, 1997 | 6 km SSE of Amity, Arkansas | M3.4 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 5 km WSW of Huxley, Texas | M3.2 | 131 km | 9 km |
| Jun 10, 1994 | 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas | M3.2 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2021 | 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.2 | 43 km | 5 km |
| Mar 3, 2001 | 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M3.0 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Apr 1, 2021 | 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.0 | 44 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2007 | 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas | M3.0 | 112 km | 5 km |
| Aug 21, 2025 | 8 km W of Huxley, Texas | M3.0 | 130 km | 7 km |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.0 | 33 km | 9 km |
| May 31, 2013 | 7 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M2.9 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Jan 29, 2013 | 4 km S of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 1 km S of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.8 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Dec 17, 2001 | 3 km WSW of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 99 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
4 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 3 | 98 mph | 116 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 98 mph | 260 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 75 mph | 290 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 1 | 75 mph | 270 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
666 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 43 fatalities, 688 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF4 | 44 km | 19.3 mi | 7 |
| Dec 3, 1978 | EF4 | 46 km | 6.2 mi | 2 |
| Mar 12, 1971 | EF4 | 97 km | 5.1 mi | 1 |
| Dec 19, 1957 | EF4 | 65 km | 17.7 mi | 2 |
| Nov 4, 2022 | EF3 | 92 km | 15.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 20, 2010 | EF3 | 64 km | 15.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2009 | EF3 | 35 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2007 | EF3 | 91 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 12, 2005 | EF3 | 91 km | 24.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 23, 2000 | EF3 | 66 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 2000 | EF3 | 62 km | 32.5 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 59 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 78 km | 14.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 67 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 1997 | EF3 | 87 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 3, 1992 | EF3 | 76 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 80 km | 12.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1985 | EF3 | 18 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1984 | EF3 | 76 km | 61.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1982 | EF3 | 82 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: NORTHEAST TEXAS FIRE COMPLEX (41,645 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | NORTHEAST TEXAS FIRE COMPLEX | 41,645 | 69 km |
| 2022 | TXCLR-FY22-RX-W | 3,288 | 49 km |
| 2022 | CANEY C 11-14 | 2,323 | 71 km |
| 2011 | 592 | 2,278 | 36 km |
| 2011 | PETERS CHAPEL | 2,072 | 59 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 1,756 | 47 km |
| 1996 | 007 CORNEY LAKE BED | 1,716 | 89 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 1,618 | 66 km |
| 2011 | MARSHALL | 1,583 | 66 km |
| 2018 | C-25 26 27 | 1,565 | 48 km |
| 2018 | MIDDLEFORK UNIT | 1,514 | 67 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,478 | 100 km |
| 2011 | RELEASE | 1,398 | 32 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 1,358 | 44 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 1,325 | 94 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 1,317 | 46 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 1,199 | 44 km |
| 2022 | C-24 28 | 1,161 | 43 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 1,046 | 30 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,029 | 98 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 5.0 in |
Plain Dealing has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 45°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (3.1").